Phoenix Events

Wells Fargo Fiesta Bowl Par 3 Challenge, various times, repeats November 2, The Short Course at Mountain Shadows, 5445 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, call for pricing, 480-350-0911, fiestabowl.org. The Wells Fargo Fiesta Bowl Par-3 Challenge is a scramble-style golf tournament that gives golfers the opportunity to win a prize on every hole and compete for a chance to win $1 million.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2

Cooks and Corks, 6:30 p.m., Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, 10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale, $125-$175, cooksandcorks.org. Hosted by the Scottsdale League for the Arts, Cooks & Corks features Arizona’s top local chefs in a culinary spectacle featuring live cooking, showmanship and artful presentation. To complement the flavorful tastings, guests will sip on libations.

Family Havdalah Hoedown, 6 to 8 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, $35 per family of four, $50 guests, $15 per additional person, registration required, vosjcc.org/hoedown. Grab a blanket and picnic dinner for Havdalah under the stars. Western wear adds to the fun of live music, hay, pony rides, crafts and s’mores.

Chakra Balancing, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., AZ Healing Center, 9336 E. Raintree Drive, Suite 130, Scottsdale, $45, 480-712-3685, azhealingcenter@gmail.com. Instructor Amy Stephens hosts a guided class to understand the relationship between how you feel throughout the day to the energy contained in your body. The workshop will guide those with chronic pain or autoimmune disease to a whole new level.

Paula Goldsmith Book Signing, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Half Price Books, 6339 E. Southern Avenue, Mesa, free admission, 480-325-8354, paulasstories.com. Goldsmith will be signing her four books, which will be available for purchase.

From the Lower East Side to the Catskills and Congress, 11 a.m. to noon, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, $5 members, $8 guests, registration required at vosjcc.org. Former Congresswoman Shelley Berkley shares the highlights of her life and accomplished career.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7

East Valley Friends and Neighbors, 9:30 to 11 a.m., repeats first Wednesday of each month, Grace United Methodist Church, 2024 E. University (at Gilbert Road), Mesa, free, 480-848-5146, evfanaz.org, evfanaz@gmail.com. A nonreligious and nonpartisan group, East Valley Friends and Neighbors welcomes East Valley residents who wish to get better acquainted with others and to participate in social and charitable activities.

12 Angry Jurors, various times, Cottonwood Country Club’s San Tan Ballroom, 25630 S. Brentwood Drive, Sun Lakes, $16, slctinfo.com. The classic drama 12 Angry Jurors is based on the Emmy-winning TV movie by Reginald Rose and adapted by Sherman Sergel, in which a young man is accused of murder. The 12 jurors enter the jury room to consider the evidence and decide his fate.

Parkinson’s Cycle, noon to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, free for members, $8 guests, $50 for 10 classes, 480-481-7015, healthandfitness@vosjcc.org. A stationary cycle workout to music can awaken areas of the brain affected by PD while strengthening the lower body and improving motor skills. Participants must be able to walk 150 feet on their own, or without a cane or walker, get up and down from the floor on their own with or without the use of a chair, get on and off equipment independently and follow group instructions independently.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8

Get Your Groove On: Music and the Mind, 1 to 3 p.m., Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, free, registration required, eventbrite.com. Listening to and playing music can make you smarter, happier, healthier and more productive. Hear about how music enhances the form and function of your brain and how it can be especially comforting for those with memory impairment such as Alzheimer’s. Afterward, participate in a drum circle led by Frank Thompson from AZ Rhythm Connection. Speakers include music therapist Olivia Houck and Giving Voice Initiative’s Mary Lenard.

Christian Women’s Connection Brunch, 9 a.m., Sun City Country Club, 9433 N. 107th Avenue, Sun City, $15, 623-925-5565, mwholick@gmail.com. The guest speaker is singer and psychotherapist Cinthia Hiett. She’ll discuss The Dilemma of Change. A fashion show by Chico’s Off the Rack will also be featured.

Salt River Brass’ Windows of the World, 3 p.m., Mesa Arts Center’s Ikeda Theater, 1 E. Main Street, Mesa, $16-$23 for seniors, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com. Celebrate Veterans Day and travel the world without leaving the concert hall on this military and musical tour of Europe, Asia and the Americas.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12

Sun Lakes Democratic Club, 7 p.m., Sun Lakes Country Club’s Navajo Room, 25601 E. Sun Lakes Boulevard North, Sun Lakes, free, 480-200-3322. There will be no speakers. The club will hold elections of its president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, refreshments and board members. A brief wrap up of the results of the general election will be discussed.

J Talks with Leni Reiss, 11 a.m. to noon, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, $5 members, $8 guests, registration required at vosjcc.org/leni. Award-winning journalist Leni Reiss shares stories of her notable interviews, including Benjamin Netanyahu, George Bush and Barry Goldwater, as well as her memories of moving to the Valley and many trips to Israel.

The Life and Times of Billy Wilder, 11 a.m. to noon, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, $5 members, $8 guests, registration required at vosjcc.org/wilder. Humanities professor and actor Gary Zaro discusses the legendary life of director Billy Wilder and shares clips from his celebrated work.

Slider Throwdown, noon to 3 p.m., Kierland Commons, 15205 N. Kierland Boulevard, Scottsdale, $35 (includes samples of slides plus three drink tickets), affcf.org/sliderthrowdown. Local food truck vendors go head to head to compete for the title of Best Slider.

Fantasy of Lights Opening Night Parade, 6 p.m., – Mill Avenue District. Includes a lineup of parade units including floats, marching bands, and novelty units. Mill Avenue’s trees are lit with thousands of lights that remain throughout the holiday season. Following the parade, the annual tree lighting ceremony at Centerpoint plaza then Santa is available for requests and photos. Free. 6 pm. 480-894-8158 or https://www.downtowntempe.com/events/opening-night-parade H y

The Sun Cities Saddle Club General Meeting, 9:30 a.m., Wooddale Village Retirement Community, 18616 N. 99th Avenue, Sun City, free, 509-670-9994, suncitiessaddleclub@gmail.com. Trail rides (using rental horses or personal horses) are held every Thursday at stables and trails around the Valley. Horse ownership in not required. Ride schedules are available at the meetings. Social events are also held during the riding season. Membership is open to Sun City, Sun City West, Sun City Grand and Corte Bella residents.

A Playwright’s Life and Times, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, $5 members, $8 guests, registration required at vosjcc.org/playwright. Prize-winning playwright Andrea Markowitz shares her behind-the-scenes perspective about the art of play writing and working with actors to bring her vision to life. Includes a short play performance.

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